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Patriotic Poke Cake: A Festive Treat for Celebrations!

A festive and colorful cake perfect for celebrations, featuring layers of Jell-O and whipped topping.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup strawberry Jell-O
  • 1 cup blue raspberry Jell-O
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 ½ cups whipped topping like Cool Whip
  • Fresh strawberries blueberries, and whipped cream for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the softened butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until well combined.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then poke holes all over the top using a fork or skewer.
  5. In a separate bowl, dissolve the strawberry Jell-O in 1 cup of boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved. Add ½ cup of cold water and mix well. Pour half of the strawberry Jell-O mixture over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes.
  6. In another bowl, dissolve the blue raspberry Jell-O in 1 cup of boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved. Add ½ cup of cold water and mix well. Pour the blue raspberry Jell-O mixture over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes as well.
  7. Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
  8. Once chilled, spread the whipped topping evenly over the cake. Garnish with fresh strawberries and blueberries, and add whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgSugar: 15g

Notes

  • For a more intense flavor, consider adding a layer of fresh fruit between the cake and whipped topping.
  • You can substitute the Jell-O flavors with any other colors to match different holidays or celebrations.

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